Description

Lanthanum Perchlorate, Hydrated is an inorganic salt of lanthanum and perchloric acid, commonly encountered as a hydrate. This compound is valued as a strong oxidizing agent and a versatile source of lanthanum ions in specialized chemical synthesis and materials research. It is primarily utilized by researchers and industrial chemists in the fields of catalysis, ceramic precursor preparation, and spectroscopic analysis.

Application

• Catalysis Research: Acts as a precursor or co-catalyst in organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Materials Science: Used in the sol-gel synthesis of advanced ceramics, glasses, and perovskite-type materials.
• Analytical Chemistry: Serves as a matrix modifier or reagent in atomic absorption spectroscopy (AAS) and other analytical techniques.
• Oxidation Reactions: Employed as a strong, selective oxidizing agent in laboratory-scale organic transformations.
• Electrolyte Studies: Investigated for use in specialized electrochemical systems and battery research.
• Phosphor & Luminescent Material Production: A source of lanthanum for doping and creating specific luminescent properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lanthanum Perchlorate, Hydrated
CAS No.	36907-37-6
Molecular Formula	La(ClO4)3·xH2O
Molecular Weight	Anhydrous: 437.26 g/mol (hydrate weight varies)
Synonyms	Lanthanum(III) perchlorate hydrate; Perchloric acid, lanthanum(3+) salt, hydrate; Lanthanum perchlorate; Lanthanum triperchlorate hydrate; La(ClO4)3 hydrate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Lanthanum Perchlorate, Hydrated is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent purity and performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profiles, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as combustible organics, reducing agents, and strong bases. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption. Recommended storage temperature: 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (La2O3 basis)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (LOD)	Contact for details
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.05%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.